This edition focuses on how FP&A Scenario Management illuminates the path forward. We delve into the latest research on scenario management, share best practices for timely and effective scenario planning and highlight expert insights on how organisations are successfully applying these strategies.

In this video, Milind Karnik, Head of FP&A at Citizens, shares how Scenario Planning builds resilience through events like COVID-19, the Great Recession, and interest rate shocks. He also makes a compelling case for planning not just for risks but also for unexpected successes.

Confusing forecasting with target setting derails accountability and performance — FP&A must treat them as distinct but interdependent disciplines to drive business success.

Check out the recording of the FP&A Trends webinar that was held on March 26th to explore the Four Layers of Modern FP&A Transformation.

A strong data strategy is crucial for FP&A teams to ensure accurate, timely and meaningful insights, enabling better decision-making and strategic alignment.

Join the face-to-face Milan FP&A Board on May 20 and discuss the evolution of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) to Extended Planning and Analysis (xP&A). 

Join the face-to-face Frankfurt FP&A Board on May 22 to discuss trends in FP&A skills and capabilities.

In an uncertain world, agility is essential—and a well-structured FP&A ecosystem is the foundation for effective scenario management and therefore agility.  Watch the recording of the Digital Nordic, Benelux & UKI FP&A Circle to explore how FP&A teams can enhance their practices by integrating key elements—people, culture, data, models, processes, technology, and analytics—to build an agile FP&A ecosystem for scenario management.

This article explores the practical benefits of balanced processes and technologies in FP&A to help you level up your playbook and make informed decisions with confidence.

Join the face-to-face Amsterdam FP&A Board on May 15th to explore practical approaches to achieve the powerful AI and Human Intelligence synergy, which will empower your organisation with the best of both worlds.